Welcome to the official website of Dignity of Life Foundation, a Section 8 Non-Profit Organization registered under the Indian Companies Act, 2013. At Dignity of Life Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you interact with our website.
Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from users of our website:
A. Personal Information
- Voluntarily Provided Information: When you contact us, donate, register for events, or subscribe to our newsletters, we may collect personal details such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Address
- Payment details (for donations)
- Other relevant information required for specific services
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage data, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referral source (e.g., search engine or link clicked)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (explained below)
C. Donor Information
For donors, we may collect additional details such as:
- Donation amount
- Payment method
- Tax exemption certificates (if applicable)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To process donations and issue tax receipts.
- To communicate with you about our programs, campaigns, and initiatives.
- To send updates, newsletters, and event invitations if you have opted in.
- To improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations and maintain transparency in financial reporting.
- To analyze trends and gather insights that help us better serve our community.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or managing campaigns (e.g., payment gateways, email marketing platforms). These partners are obligated to maintain confidentiality and security.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request to comply with applicable regulations.
- Consent: If you explicitly give us permission to share your information for a specific purpose.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze traffic patterns
- Improve website performance
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.
5. Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. Our security measures include:
- Encryption for sensitive transactions (e.g., donations).
- Restricted access to personal data within our organization.
- Regular audits and updates to our security protocols.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request the removal of your data from our records (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from communications or revoke consent for data processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., partner organizations, CSR programs). Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information promptly.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Dignity of Life Foundation
- Email: contact@dlf-india.org
- Phone: 9935038201
- Address: Village & Post - Gariaon, District - Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh India 222204
Thank you for trusting Dignity of Life Foundation with your information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your contributions and interactions with us remain secure and meaningful.